Instructor, Graphic Design Technology (CE) - Adjunct Pool

Houston Community College•Houston, TX

About The Position

Houston Community College is seeking a Graphic Design Technology Instructor to support the college curriculum and programs. The instructor establishes courses according to higher education standards, teaches using effective methodologies, and provides engagement and support that encourage student learning. Faculty responsibilities include teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development, and institutional and community service. The instructor teaches up to the maximum contact-hour load specified by the Faculty Workload Guidelines each semester, in areas of competency, and participates as a part-time instructor in department, division, and college activities. Teaching may be assigned face-to-face, hybrid, online (synchronous or asynchronous), or in a combination of modalities. The position may require teaching day or evening classes at several sites around the city. The role also includes advising and supporting students, maintaining professional relationships, participating in professional development and institutional service, and contributing to program and college activities. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of recent graphic design or similar experience using analogue and digital methods to solve visual problems and create effective experiences or communications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least three years of experience within the last five years as a graphic designer or in a similar field, using analogue and digital methods to solve visual problems and create effective experiences and/or communications.
Demonstrated mastery of graphic editing and design software, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Demonstrated mastery of online and print typographic principles.
Knowledge and skill in Apple-based applications, such as Pages, Keynote, and GarageBand, as well as current operating systems and mobile operating systems.
Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer uses and software.
Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
Willingness and ability to teach day or evening classes at several sites around the city.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse professional, community, and student populations.
Good organizational and planning skills.
Sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and to students with disabilities.
Ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment.
Self-discipline and ability to effectively manage others.
Application must include a copy of the transcript conferring the required degree and certifications.
Portfolio submission: 20 examples of recent design work and 10–20 examples of students’ artwork, provided through a website, Adobe Spark, Dropbox, similar file-sharing service, or a PDF link of 10 MB or less with viewing permissions.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher in Graphic Design or Illustration.
College-level online teaching experience.
Apple Instruction certification.

Responsibilities

Teach courses in the discipline using effective methods and a variety of teaching materials suited to students with different backgrounds and learning styles.
Develop and use course or laboratory syllabi in accordance with college, discipline, and departmental guidelines, and submit a copy to the department chair.
Continuously work to improve instruction by reviewing and applying innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
Evaluate student progress toward course objectives, communicate progress in a timely manner, and maintain accurate student records and submit reports and forms on time.
Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials.
Teach at various times and locations in response to institutional needs.
Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously, and assist with routine maintenance of instructional laboratories where appropriate.
Use classroom technology competently and explore new instructional methodologies.
Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community; provide student access through office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods.
Advise and assist students with instructional or program-specific issues, and take on academic advising activities as needed by the College and Department.
Present information about academic fields and programs, including subject matter, objectives, further-study and career opportunities, clubs, activities, support services, and scholarships.
Create and maintain a website with information specified by the college and department chair.
Set annual professional growth objectives in consultation with the department chair, keep current with developments in the discipline, and learn technologies that support student learning.
Participate in self, department, and college evaluation processes.
Participate in institutional service activities, including opening-week events, conference days, and commencement exercises.
Participate in discipline committee or program meetings and activities, as well as department, college, or system meetings and committees.
Follow HCCS policies and procedures and participate in college-related activities such as student activities, faculty selection, community education, student recruitment, and special programs.
Participate in business, student, and community activities that foster goodwill and advance HCCS’s mission.
Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.
Contribute to departmental objectives, goals, and budget priorities through the HCCS planning process.
Review, evaluate, and revise program curricula and practices to meet professional standards, state-mandated guidelines, business and industry requirements, and higher education requirements.
Assist with articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post-secondary institutions.